Palmer Name Meaning
The name Palmer comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Palmer below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Palmer Name Meaning
EnglishFrom an English surname meaning "pilgrim". It is ultimately from Latin palma "palm tree", since pilgrims to the Holy Land often brought back palm fronds as proof of their journey.
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